Mail Processing Workplace Safety

Charles Harris, Jr.

Chicago, IL ***** • 773-***-**** • ad2gms@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Summary

Personable individual with strong organization skills, to multitask and build relationships. Adept at prioritizing conflicting business or customer needs. Successful in working within collaborative environments.

Skills

Handling and sorting mail

Workplace safety

Problem-solving skills

Production goal setting

Sorting and labeling

Teamwork and Collaboration

Self-Motivated

Work History

Mail Runner, 10/2020 to Current

DHL Global Mail – Chicago, IL

Sorted and placed mail into mailboxes and post office boxes with high levels of accuracy.

Used automated mail processing equipment to sort and collate mail.

Loaded letters onto processing equipment, removed non-processable letters and maintained continuous sorting feed.

Weighed letters and packages and calculated costs based on classification, weight and destination.

Percussionist, 07/1990 to Current

Various Organizations – Chicago, IL

Stayed proficient with wide range of percussion instruments.

Worked with gospel, r&b, and jazz groups.

Learned contemporary pieces and standards for concerts.

Performed as percussionist and drummer for diverse events.

Maintained drums and percussion equipment in good working order.

Accompanied worship performances and church services.

Provided timing and rhythmic foundation for band members to coordinate performance.

Efficiently set up drums at performance venues.

Attended rehearsals, soundchecks and call times and evaluated sound quality.

Stocker, 01/2020 to 04/2020

US Tech Solutions Inc. (Temp Agency) – Chicago, IL

Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.

Performed inventory control, such as counting and stocking materials.

Greeted customers and directed to requested products.

Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.

Maintained effective team member communication.

Inspected emergency rooms, noted missing items and immediately replenished materials.

Package Handler, 10/2019 to 01/2020

FedEx – Bedford Park, IL

Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.

Assembled, sealed and loaded packages into correct trucks.

Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods.

Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.

Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.

Loaded package containers onto forklifts and transported into packaging areas.

Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors.

Forklift Operator, 10/2017 to 10/2019

United Cargo Logistics Inc – Chicago, IL

Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.

Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.

Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.

Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.

Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.

Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.

Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].

Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.

Stock Clerk/Cashier, 04/2004 to 02/2005

Walgreens – Chicago, IL

Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.

Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.

Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.

Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.

Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.

Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.

Education

Master Barber: 07/2014

Success Barber College School - Chicago, IL

High School Diploma: 06/2001

Sullivan High School - Chicago, Il

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